Annie Watson

Annie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Ask. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book 'Healthy Eating Through the Garden' will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Annie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.

What is nitriding cast iron?

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Nitriding is one of the most popular methods for surface engineering. It is a low-temperature heat treating process that diffuses nitrogen into the surface of a metal to create a hardened surface. Nitriding is predominantly used on steel, but also cast irons, aluminum and titanium.

How do you preserve sauerkraut in a jar?

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Bring sauerkraut and liquid slowly to a boil in a large kettle, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and fill jars rather firmly with sauerkraut and juices, leaving ½ inch of headspace. Wipe sealing edge of jars with a clean, damp paper towel. Add lids and tighten screw bands.

What are the 10 kitchen tools and equipment?

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10 Tools Every Cook NeedsChef’s Knife. This tool is by far one of the most important foundational tools in your kitchen. … Y-Shaped Peeler. … Mandolin. … Fish Spatula. … Pasta Strainer (Colander) … Potato Ricer. … Meat Thermometer. … Spice Grinder.

How long do I knead dough in a food processor?

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For example, if you hand knead or use a stand mixer, it usually takes around 15 minutes from start to finish. In a food processor, you can make dough in less than 5 minutes from start to finish and the added bonus is that usually the dough will rise faster because it is slightly warm after kneading.

What loaf bread has the lowest carbs?

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Plus, many of the healthier options are also relatively low in carbs (less than 15 grams per serving).loaf of seeded bread.ezekiel bread sprouted whole grain bread. … Dave’s Killer Bread 21 Powerseed Thin-Sliced. … Angelic Bakehouse Sprouted 7-Grain Bread. … Alvarado St. … Trader Joe’s Sprouted 7-Grain Bread.